Big-name country, rock singers headline county fair Hailey Hoff man/The Astorian Sparrow Dance Co. will perform the production ‘Newsroom Dance Theater,’ at the Liberty Theatre block party. Liberty Th eatre to host block party ASTORIA — The Liberty Theatre will host a block party from 4 to 8 p.m. Aug. 7 along 12th Street between Commercial and Duane streets. The event is in honor of the theater’s recent reopening. Hot food, beer and wine will be served. Games for children and live music will also be featured. Performers include Brian Bovenzir & The New Old Stock at 4 p.m., Sparrow Dance Co. at 5 p.m. and The Builders & The Butchers at 6 p.m. Admission is free and open to all ages. ASTORIA — Anyway you want it, you might just dance at the Clatstop County Fair this weekend. Country music and rock ‘n’ roll fans have the chance to see two big-name musicians perform at the fairgrounds Friday and Saturday night. Christian country music artist Josh Turner, best known for his hit songs “Long Black Train,” “Your Man,” and “Why Don’t We Just Dance,” will be taking the stage on Friday with special guest Jessie Leigh. Steve Augeri is an American rock singer who served as the lead vocalist for Journey from 1998 to 2006. The iconic rock band recorded “Remem- ber Me,” for the “Armageddon” soundtrack in 1998 with Augeri. On Saturday he’ll perform material from his career as well as new songs featuring The Steve Augeri Band. Gates open for both concerts at 6 p.m., and the shows will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are available online and at select local businesses. Galleries Golden Whale Jewelry Golden Whale Jewelry Gemstones • Silver Gold • Navaho • Earrings 14kt Gold & Sterling Charms Quality jewelry in gold and sterling silver by nationally known artists 194 N. Hemlock Cannon Beach (503)436-1166 (800)548-3918 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE! Call us at 503-325-3211 to learn more IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR SOMETHING UNIQUE, VISIT THE GOLDEN WHALE Gemstones • Silver Gold • Navaho • Earrings 14kt Gold & Sterling Charms See. Go. Do. Quality jewelry in gold and sterling silver by nationally known artists 194 N. Hemlock, Cannon Beach (503)436-1166 (800)548-3918 IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR SOMETHING UNIQUE, VISIT THE GOLDEN WHALE 2 // COASTWEEKEND.COM The Arts • Music • Museums • Classes • Film News • Blogs • Dining • & More